Development Information Officer

City of Ottawa

Ottawa, ON, CA
Base: $64,175.02 - $75,085.92 annually (2,024 rate...
On-site
Technical knowledge of zoning by-laws
Permit review and approval processes
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Permit Approvals is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and controlling all building permit review and approval activities, as well as the efficient and timely review and approval of other municipal permit applications

Job Summary

  • Permit Approvals is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and controlling all building permit review and approval activities, as well as the efficient and timely review and approval of other municipal permit applications.
  • You are the primary initial contact with the city for a wide variety of clients regarding planning and development matters.
  • The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Matching Summary

Permit Approvals is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and controlling all building permit review and approval activities, as well as the efficient and timely review and approval of other municipal permit applications.

Salary

Base: $64,175.02 - $75,085.92 annually (2024 rates); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Technical knowledge of zoning by-laws
  • Permit review and approval processes
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to interpret legal and architectural documents
  • Bilingual in French and English
  • Knowledge of municipal planning legislation

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership capabilities
  • Stress management skills
  • Client service focus
  • Ability to work with computer systems
  • Understanding of municipal government structure
  • Ability to handle shifting priorities

Key Requirements

  • Completion of 3 year community college diploma or university degree in Construction, Public Administration, Urban Planning or Law
  • Minimum of 2 years experience with land use developmental by-laws
  • Designated bilingual in French and English
  • Knowledge of Planning Act and related municipal legislation

Work Rights

Not specified

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